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- 02/01/2021 11:30 AM
City News
County Opens More COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments
County health officials encourage anyone eligible to receive their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine in SLO County to check the County’s website on weekdays around 9 a.m. for more first-dose appointments that may become available at one of the County’s three COVID-19 vaccine clinics.
- 02/01/2021 9:30 AM
City NewsDowntown (Mission Plaza)
Downtown San Luis Obispo Streets to be Resealed with New Safety Enhancements for Bicyclists and Pedestrians
The City of San Luis Obispo is preparing to repair and reseal streets in the Downtown core while adding new safety enhancements for bicyclists and pedestrians.
- 01/28/2021 8:00 AM
City News
Second Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine Could Be Delayed for Now
Due to limited supply of the COVID-19 vaccine, people in San Luis Obispo County who get their first dose may need to wait up to six weeks to get a second dose, which is in line with guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
- 01/26/2021 1:00 PM
City News
Upcoming Stormy Weather Means Changes at Local COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
For everyone's safety and comfort, the County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department will temporarily close the COVID-19 vaccine clinic in San Luis Obispo on Wednesday, January 27 due to the upcoming storm, expected to bring up to 65 mph winds and several inches of rainfall.
- 01/26/2021 8:30 AM
City News
City Prepares for Potential Heavy Rains and Winds - Encourages Community Members to Prepare
The City of San Luis Obispo is anticipating heavy rains and winds beginning Tuesday evening, January 26th. Over the past several months, City staff have been removing dead vegetation and debris near creeks and tributaries to prepare for the winter months.
- 01/25/2021 12:30 PM
City News
SLO County Exits State’s Regional Stay at Home Order and Returns to Purple Tier
Services and activities allowed under the Widespread Purple Tier under the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy, such as outdoor dining and personal services, may resume immediately in San Luis Obispo County with required modifications.
- 01/25/2021 9:30 AM
City NewsEnvironment (Open Space, Sustainability, Climate Action)Community Safety (Police and Fire)
City’s Fire Department to Conduct Prescribed Burn to Reduce Wildfire Threat in the Irish Hills Open Space Area
A prescribed burn of dozens of brush piles in and near the Irish Hills Open Space off Prefumo Canyon Road is planned for Tuesday, January 26 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fire crews will attempt to complete the burning operation in one day due to the forecasted weather window.
- 01/22/2021 10:00 AM
City News
Join the County of San Luis Obispo Medical Reserve Corps
The County of San Luis Obispo is seeking medical and non-medical volunteers to join the Medical Reserve Corp. The San Luis Obispo County Medical Reserve Corps (SLOMRC) is a group of trained volunteers who assist public health efforts during times of special need or disaster.
- 01/21/2021 9:00 AM
City News
More COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Now Open for Eligible SLO County Residents
Anyone age 75 or older, or anyone eligible under Phase 1a of the County’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan, can now make a first-dose appointment for next week as of 9 a.m. today. There are currently about 4,000 appointments available for next week, due to a shortage in vaccine supply.
- 01/21/2021 8:00 AM
City NewsEnvironment (Open Space, Sustainability, Climate Action)Economic Recovery & Development
City Invites the Community to Partake in a Virtual Event, ‘Stories of a Resilient SLO’ to Discuss the Local Response to Climate Change Impacts
The City of San Luis Obispo will host a virtual community event - Stories of a Resilient SLO - on January 28, 2021. The event will highlight opportunities for community resilience and provide information on local climate risks. The event is part of the Resilient SLO project, an initiative to prepare
- 01/20/2021 4:30 PM
City News
County to Open Third COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic on Monday
The County of San Luis Obispo will open a new COVID-19 vaccine clinic, this time in South County at Arroyo Grande High School, on Monday, January 25 as part of the County’s plan to expand its vaccination efforts.
- 01/15/2021 8:05 PM
City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)Local Revenue MeasureWater (Conservation, Utility Billing, Wastewater, Garbage & Recycling)Environment (Open Space, Sustainability, Climate Action)Planning & Building (Housing & Historic Preservation)Neighborhood WellnessParks & Recreation (Aquatics, Sports, Youth Services, Skate Park)Special/Community EventsDowntown (Mission Plaza)Public NoticesEconomic Recovery & DevelopmentCommunity Safety (Police and Fire)Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
City is Seeking Community Input on the Top Priorities Identified at the Community Forum
The City is seeking feedback on the results of the Community Forum through an online survey featuring a dot exercise.
- 01/13/2021 9:00 AM
City NewsDiversity, Equity & Inclusion
Council Accepts Recommendations Offered by the City’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force
On Tuesday, January 12, the City of San Luis Obispo City Council accepted a number of recommendations provided by its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force (DEI-TF) to further advance the City’s efforts to help make San Luis Obispo an inclusive and safe community for all.
- 01/06/2021 8:00 AM
City News
Annual Advisory Body Recruitment
Interested in serving the City on one of the City Council Citizen Advisory Bodies? Recruitment is open through January 17th.
- 01/05/2021 1:30 PM
City News
Virtual Community Forum Set to Capture San Luis Obispo Community Members’ Priorities: Join in on January 14
An engaged community helps shape cohesive priorities for San Luis Obispo’s future. Community members are invited to participate in a Virtual Community Forum happening at 6 p.m. January. 14, which can be accessed on the Community Forum webpage at slocity.org/communityforum.
- 01/05/2021 8:00 AM
City NewsCommunity Safety (Police and Fire)
Fire Department Releases its Annual Report; Highlighting the Continued Efforts and Commitment to Serving the Community
The City of San Luis Obispo Fire Department released its annual report today, highlighting the year’s accomplishments and work efforts in service to the community.
- 01/04/2021 1:00 PM
City News
SLO County Adds Nearly 900 COVID-19 Cases, Clearing Out State Data Backlog
As COVID-19 transmission surges in San Luis Obispo County, local health officials reported 887 new cases over the holiday weekend, including the remainder of last week’s backlog in cases.
- 12/31/2020 9:30 AM
City News
City to Returning Community Members: Follow Health Orders
The City of San Luis Obispo wants those returning to the community to attend classes in January to know that things are different than in the fall: COVID-19 is more widespread, new rules are in place, and enforcement will be swift.
- 12/30/2020 8:30 AM
City News
More SLO County Health Care Workers to Get COVID-19 Vaccine as Supply Triples
The County Public Health Department is planning to vaccinate even more local frontline health care workers after nearly tripling its COVID-19 vaccine supply this week. The County now has over 7,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines available.
- 12/29/2020 3:00 PM
City News
State’s Regional Stay at Home Order Remains in Effect in SLO County
The State extended its Regional Stay at Home Order for the Southern California Region, which includes San Luis Obispo County, on Tuesday.